Report: Former Wis. candidate commits suicide

Chris Knurr, a lieutenant in the Brown County Sherriff’s office, told POLITICO that that Trager passed away on Tuesday but declined to specify the cause of death. Knurr confirmed that police earlier in the day responded to a suicide in Howard, where Trager lives.

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According to the WBAY report, Trager shot himself.

Trager, who worked as a radiologist, had been competing in a crowded September primary for the seat held by Democratic Rep. Steve Kagen, but abruptly ended his bid two weeks ago, citing health concerns. ‘

On his campaign website Trager wrote, “I have unfortunately developed some unexpected health issues which need my immediate attention. After much thought and deliberation with my family and physician, I decided that I had to withdraw from the race.”

Trager’s departure from the race left a GOP field that includes former state Rep. Terri McCormick, Door County Supervisor Marc Savard, and state Rep. Roger Roth, whom Trager endorsed after ending his bid.